Practice Research Support Manager

Manchester Metropolitan University – Research & Innovation

We're looking for a strategic and creative person to join our Research Excellence team as Practice Research Support Manager. In this pivotal role, you'll champion practice research across Manchester Met, ensuring non-traditional outputs are recognised for their originality, significance, and rigour. The role also offers a significant opportunity to shape and promote the profile of practice research across the wider sector.

What you'll do:

• Support researchers in developing high-quality digital portfolios for REF and beyond.
• Document and communicate research processes and insights, transforming them into compelling outputs.
• Create guidance, toolkits, and training that empower practice researchers to share their work effectively.
• Build strong internal and external networks to position Manchester Met at the forefront of practice research.
• Lead services and reporting that ensure our practice research community is fully supported and celebrated.

What we're looking for:

• Deep knowledge of practice-based research in a higher education context.
• Experience supporting the development and communication of non-traditional research outputs.
• Confidence in shaping guidance, policy, and training for diverse research communities.
• Strong collaboration and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior leaders and external partners.
• A passion for advancing practice research and embedding it within a dynamic, inclusive research culture.

To apply: Please attach your CV and covering letter detailing how you meet the person specification

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the Job Description for that vacancy.